Bill119th CongressFiled May 13, 2026Education
H.R. 8791
IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act
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What it does
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What just happenedMay 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Hill, J. French [R-AR-2](R-AR)Sponsor
39 cosponsors20 D19 R
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- Introduced in HouseMay 13, 2026
- May 13, 2026IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House